Both Power Mask and EZ Mask are masking tools capable of extracting almost any object in an image--even if you are dealing with fine hair detail, smoke, or reflections. EZ Mask requires less user input, but a rendering step is required. Power Mask requires more user interaction, but creates the mask in real time as you work and therefore does not require a final rendering step.

Power Mask

Workflow: Paint along the edge of the object to be extracted, and either the mask or the final composite can be revealed instantly. Fill the remaining areas and you are done.

Works at full resolution.

Uses less RAM than EZ Mask.

No rendering step is needed once the mask is completed.

EZ Mask

Workflow: Draw strokes to define foreground and background areas and process. Repeat until you have the desired results.

Works at a proxy resolution (smaller than full size) in the EZ Mask interface.